privacy Privacy Google lens asking me to "donate" them my pictures
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 7 months ago 100%

    Since we all no that Google's products aren't privacy friendly at all what privacy friendly alternatives are there to Google Lens?

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  • android Android What's a good phone now that doesn't force ads on me?
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 7 months ago 100%

    I'm currently using a Moto Edge 30 Ultra it's basically completely AOSP Android the only stuff that's pre-installed are the Moto Apps that are actually useful for the phone which also don't have any ads and the phone has way better performance than all my stupid Samsung Exynos phones. So Motorola would be very good for what you're looking for. If you don't want to go with Motorola though I would recommend Sony or Fairphone.

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  • android Android Samsung loses top spot as the world's biggest smartphone maker after 12 years
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 8 months ago 100%

    Adblockers exist

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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 8 months ago 88%

    Yeah they definitely lost me as well for a long time now.

    Reasons:

    • Shit Marketing/Shitty Launch Events
    • Copying Apple (Removing headphone jack, IR scanner, removable backcovers etc.)
    • No real innovation other than the Fold/Flip Series anymore (Still no real fast charging but charging an insane money for their devices etc.)
    • Putting the Exynos chip even in their flagships (Snapdragon is way better than the Exynos Chips it's basically a scam if they sell the same model with a way worse chip that costs the same)
    • Putting intrusive ads on the set-up screen, making it easy for service providers to install random apps, Always trying to get you to use their apps (this not only happens on the A-Series instead also on the Flagships)
    • Producing the A-Series that the iSheeps will most of the time refer to when comparing the newest iPhone to Android (The A-Series phones are the most shitty phones you can ever use)
    • That they merged the Note-Series into the S-Series
    • More and more Bloatware installed right out of the box
    • Their new Galaxy AI (which they didn't call Galaxy Brain) runs mostly not even on device and they'll charge you for it in 2025 when they instead just could have said "We'll let you use the On-Device AI Features for free but the Online Features will cost 4.99€/month/We'll let you use the On-Device AI Features for free but the Online Features will only be free for 2 weeks after you bought the S24 Ultra from our Website after that time period you need to pay 4.99€/month for the online features" or they could've waited a bit longer to develop the AI for fully On-Device use and everyone would've been happy. Also that they advertised it as it would be an S24 Ultra exclusive is insane since not only the S24 Ultra gets it.

    For anybody who comes across this buy phones by the following companies instead of a Samsung:

    • Sony
    • Google Pixel
    • Nothing
    • Motorola
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 8 months ago 96%

    Samsung needs a new Marketing Team they never promote actual cool useful features instead they only present one singular new feature for over an hour. Also they shouldn't adapt to Apple every time they remove a feature since it hurts their uniqueness image. Also they shouldn't use their Exynos Chips anymore they're so out of date compared to the Snapdragon Chips.

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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 8 months ago 100%

    The Ultra version? Having the Motorola Edge 30 Ultra atm it's way better than I expected shits on Samsung in every way. Though since I don't think Motorola will release another Edge Ultra next year I'm gonna switch to Sony's High End devices since they have great build quality, cameras, no Bloatware and aren't made in China.

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  • privacyguides Privacy Guides Why you shouldn't use a SIM card and use an hotspot as an alternative
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 8 months ago 100%

    You can just use VoIP to call people it's not a big deal and you don't need to go the extreme ways which are being mentioned in the video you can also just spoof a lot of your device information, use a different OS etc. Minimizing privacy risks is always good but you don't need to take it that crazy serious if you're just a normal individual like me and you. We are low-value for big companies the more power, known you are the more steps you should take to protect your privacy.

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    Privacy Guides TooMuchVanced 8 months ago 95%
    Why you shouldn't use a SIM card and use an hotspot as an alternative piped.video

    The video discusses the privacy concerns associated with SIM cards in mobile phones, highlighting three main reasons to be cautious. First, it explains how SIM cards enable constant location tracking through communication with cell towers. Second, it delves into the autonomy of SIM cards, particularly proactive SIMs that can send hidden messages to the cell network without the user's knowledge. Lastly, it explores the potential risks of having too much control centralized on a single device, particularly in terms of split tunneling with VPNs. Then Naomi shares personal reasons for not using a SIM card in her phone, emphasizing alternatives such as relying on WiFi, using an anonymous Calyx hotspot, or considering mobile hotspots. The benefits of these alternatives include increased privacy, the ability to control VPN usage, and reduced exposure to potential hidden messages sent by SIM cards. The video also touches on potential downsides, such as the need to carry multiple devices and potential connectivity issues when using hotspots.

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    Why you shouldn't use a SIM card and use an hotspot as an alternative piped.video

    The video discusses the privacy concerns associated with SIM cards in mobile phones, highlighting three main reasons to be cautious. First, it explains how SIM cards enable constant location tracking through communication with cell towers. Second, it delves into the autonomy of SIM cards, particularly proactive SIMs that can send hidden messages to the cell network without the user's knowledge. Lastly, it explores the potential risks of having too much control centralized on a single device, particularly in terms of split tunneling with VPNs. Then Naomi shares personal reasons for not using a SIM card in her phone, emphasizing alternatives such as relying on WiFi, using an anonymous Calyx hotspot, or considering mobile hotspots. The benefits of these alternatives include increased privacy, the ability to control VPN usage, and reduced exposure to potential hidden messages sent by SIM cards. The video also touches on potential downsides, such as the need to carry multiple devices and potential connectivity issues when using hotspots.

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    privacy Privacy Can I trust filen.io?
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 10 months ago 100%

    Been using it for half a year I really like it because they haven't had any big controversy, they have all the features that I need and their business is located pretty close to where I live.

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  • apple Apple Indian iPhone plant found ‘highly hazardous’ to worker health in previously secret report
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 11 months ago 100%

    Wow I didn't know they were this bad thanks for sharing.

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  • revanced ReVanced App ReVanced Manager now has a feature where you can configure the patch options
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 11 months ago 100%

    Well if you've ever patched with Revancify for example you know that some patches have options that you can configure to create a more personalized YouTube mod for you. Now you can also do it on the ReVanced Manager itself.

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    ReVanced App TooMuchVanced 11 months ago 96%
    ReVanced Manager now has a feature where you can configure the patch options

    ![](https://lemmy.world/pictrs/image/8cd312a3-8aa5-4918-a872-54156738f779.png)![](https://lemmy.world/pictrs/image/3dcac7ba-9ef0-47fc-b435-bbb1020efb92.png)![](https://lemmy.world/pictrs/image/d05326dc-d555-478f-a64d-02f73a04101c.png)![](https://lemmy.world/pictrs/image/1dbad28a-09b7-4b2b-9302-ffa8e77fc11f.png)

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    android Android Canta | Uninstall any Bloatware, System App without Root just by using Shizuku
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 11 months ago 100%

    The app lets you use system features that are normally not available for regular apps. Basically it runs a service which has access to some System API's that can be granted to regular apps so think of it like you would have root without having root.

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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 11 months ago 100%

    If you don't have a desktop you can't use it so to have something that does the same that you can use on mobile is pretty cool.

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    Android TooMuchVanced 11 months ago 100%
    Canta | Uninstall any Bloatware, System App without Root just by using Shizuku https://lemmy.world/post/6668853

    How to: * Install [Shizuku](https://github.com/RikkaApps/Shizuku) & [activate it](https://shizuku.rikka.app/guide/setup/) (you can follow [this Android Police guide for more in-depth explanation](https://www.androidpolice.com/how-to-use-shizuku-for-adb-rootless-mods-on-any-android-device/)) * Install Canta * Select an app and click the trash button Features: * no bricking - if you remove essential app you will need to do factory reset, but that's it! * auto detect previously uninstalled apps if you've already removed any using adb Screenshots: https://i.imgur.com/3uuMvVJ.png https://i.imgur.com/ScByjdz.png https://i.imgur.com/fAwxCRn.png

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    privacy Privacy what E-Mail provider do you use and why
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 12 months ago 80%

    I use Tutanota I think it's a really good private email client.

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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 12 months ago 50%

    Control D

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    privacy Privacy Usually connect to Walmart's WiFi but they changed their policy I guess, won't be doing that now...
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 12 months ago 66%

    At nearly any gas station in NRW, Germany it's this way as well and I absolutely hate it.

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    iMockedApple TooMuchVanced 12 months ago 100%
    Apple Users: Imagine using Android Apple is way better

    Also what their iPhone looks like:

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    Apple moment ☕
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 12 months ago 85%

    Yeah idk my mistake updated the post

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  • apple_enthusiast Apple New IPhone 15 Pro's almost too hot to touch while charging | IPhone overheating issues
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    Apple TooMuchVanced 12 months ago 80%
    iPhone 15 Pro Max Teardown: Big Phone, Microscopic Scratches | iFixit youtu.be

    If you want to watch it on an open source privacy respecting platform use this [Piped](https://github.com/TeamPiped/Piped)-Link: https://piped.video/watch?v=hmQHgWNAg24&t=0

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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 12 months ago 33%

    For an email client you should check out Tutanota been using it for about 5 months now.

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    Google TooMuchVanced 12 months ago 88%
    Google Pixel 8 & 8 Pro Price Leak

    Pixel 8 Pro will be the same as the 7 Pro but the normal Pixel 8 will cost $100 more than the Pixel 7 Source: https://twitter.com/Za_Raczke/status/1705918207486202126

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    revanced ReVanced App Common ReVanced Bugs Fixing Guide
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 50%

    Part 2 because of character limit:

    #Download Feature isn't working RVX

    • You need to include the "Overlay Buttons" patch.
    • The ReVanced Extended download function is separate from the official YT Premium download feature which is reserved to YT Premium members. The function can be enabled by going into Settings -> Revanced Extended -> Overlay Buttons -> Show download button = On. The download button will appear besides the full screen button in the video player.
    • When you press the download button it will attempt to open YTDLnis so make sure you have it installed.

    #My device doesn't support the Managers

    • Check out this post that explains how you can still use Revanced even though your device doesn't support the managers.

    #"Error: Patch is not supported for this app version."

    • Download an apk of the recommended/suggested version and patch that from storage. When downloading make sure to only download from trusted sources like apkmirror, apkpure and uptodown and only using full apks instead of using bundles.

    #"Error: Non-root install is not possible with the current patches selection."

    • Make sure to include the "MicroG Support" patch and repatch.

    #"App not installed."

    • If there was a Google Play Protect pop-up when trying to install it then you need to press "More Details" and then tap the "Install anyway" button. If you press the "Got it" button it won't install.

    • Ensure that you have at least 1.5 gigabytes or more free on your device.

    • Uninstall the patched app that's already installed on your device before trying again. Make sure it's not installed as an alternate user profile or private folder.

    #"App not installed as package appears to be invalid."

    • Make sure you aren't trying to install an older version that is already installed on your device. Android doesn't officially allow you to downgrade.
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 97%

    This is nothing new It has existed for 3 years now.

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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 50%

    Set custom dns to Control D (p2.freedns.controld.com).

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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 50%

    You can use both again. The difference between Revancify and RVX Builder is that you can patch all different Revanced Variants with Revancify it also works via Termux and is CLI based. You run RVX Builder via Termux but you patch everything in your browser it also doesn't work with every Revanced Variant.

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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 83%

    You need to use version 18.23.35 or newer basically the newest supported version when you get to the patch selection just tap the default option and patch it then everything should work fine.

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  • revanced ReVanced App Revancify X has just been discontinued
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 50%

    Idk if it actually supports it could be but I can say it's probably easier to use something we're you can easily just configure the different names without needing to create some files in a specific folder. Also since Revancify X has been discontinued use Revancify for that now.

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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 66%

    Yup this is how to fix that issue because when tapping the default button it includes the "Spoof Player Parameter" patch which fixes the issue but this also has a small side effect seekbar thumbnails won't work when including the patch.

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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 50%

    The log indicates that you're using version 6.13.52 but the issue is that the apktool used by ReVanced doesn't yet support a material 3 color that's included in that version (Also the reason why Youtube ReVanced has been stuck on v18.23.35 for ages now). To patch yt music please use v6.10.52.

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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 95%

    Yes it's supposed to be a list of suggestions.

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  • asklemmy Asklemmy What's a good alternative to Gmail?
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 88%

    Tutanota or Protonmail

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  • syncforlemmy Sync for Lemmy Daily Lemmy comments up from ~7m to ~11m following the launch of Sync?
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 92%

    It's not only because of Sync alot of other FOSS apps were released or got an update around the same time.

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  • fediverse Fediverse Lemmy Browser Extensions & Userscripts
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 83%

    ye posted it here too now

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  • fediverse Fediverse Android Lemmy app list
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 50%

    Yup added the Playstore Link

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  • fediverse Fediverse Android Lemmy app list
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 50%

    Heres an extremly small list since more just don't exist yet: https://lemmy.world/post/2600574

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  • fediverse Fediverse Android Lemmy app list
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 85%

    Bro how many are there I feel like I can add unlimted apps lol

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  • fediverse Fediverse Lemmy app list for IOS
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 66%

    Yup added them now

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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 75%

    Thanks added it to the list

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  • privacy Privacy Know the consequences of sharing stuff about your kids
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 83%

    Yeah I actually never tought T-Mobile would ever create such a great video. This really needs to be shared so we don't have kids in the future that have disadvantages because of parents that just share everything publicy.

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  • syncforlemmy Sync for Lemmy Sync Ultra OTP is available for 109,99 €
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 71%

    Imagine using Adguard laughs in Control D with RAM Servers

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  • fediverse Fediverse Infinity for Lemmy is now live
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  • TooMuchVanced TooMuchVanced 1 year ago 66%

    Developers fault see this

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